EV Charging for Holiday Homes in South West Wales
- hannahharvey2
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A Guide for Holiday Let Owners
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly common on UK roads, and more holidaymakers are now travelling to South West Wales with EVs.
From the beaches of the Gower Peninsula to the coast and rolling hills of Carmarthenshire, visitors are starting to look for accommodation where they can conveniently charge their car overnight.
For holiday home owners, installing an EV charger is becoming a valuable feature. Not only can it attract more bookings, it can also provide a way to recover the cost of electricity used by guests.
Two popular ways holiday home owners manage EV charging are:
Charging guests for the electricity used (kWh)
Using a smart charging platform such as the Monta app
In this article, we’ll explore both approaches and look at two excellent chargers commonly used for holiday properties: the Ohme Home Pro and the Easee One.
Why EV Charging Matters for Holiday Homes
Visitors increasingly expect EV charging when booking accommodation. Much like Wi-Fi or parking, it is quickly becoming a standard amenity.
Installing a charger allows guests to:
Charge overnight while they sleep
Start the day with a full battery
Avoid searching for public chargers and spending precious holiday moments charging their EV
For owners, it can also create an additional revenue stream or simply help your listing stand out with added value to potential guests.
Option 1: Charging Guests for Electricity Used (kWh)
One of the simplest ways to manage EV charging is to charge guests for the exact electricity they use.
A charger like the Ohme Home Pro works very well for this setup.
Ohme Home Pro for Holiday Homes
The Ohme Home Pro is a popular UK smart charger designed for home use. It provides 7.4 kW charging, which is ideal for overnight charging at a holiday property.
Key features include:
7.4 kW single-phase charging
Tethered Type 2 cable
Built-in colour LCD screen
Smartphone app for monitoring energy use
3G/4G SIM connectivity (no Wi-Fi needed)
The Ohme app allows the property owner to:
Monitor charging sessions
Track exact kWh usage
See the cost of charging
Schedule charging (desirable if you can get on an EV tariff, which offers reduced price p/kWh overnight.
Because the charger records electricity consumption, owners can simply calculate the cost and add it to the guest’s stay.
Example
A guest charges their car overnight and uses:
28 kWh of electricity
If the owner’s tariff is:
30p per kWh
The charging cost is:
£8.40
This can be added to the booking or included as a separate charge.
This approach works particularly well for single holiday cottages or rural properties, where owners want to keep things simple, and are happy to do the maths at the end of visitors' stays.
Option 2: Using the Monta App for Guest Charging
Some holiday home owners prefer a more automated solution that allows guests to pay directly for charging.
This is where the Monta charging platform is helpful - once it's set up, there's no additional administration per guest.
A charger such as the Easee One can connect to Monta and allow the property owner to manage charging sessions remotely.
Easee One + Monta App
The Easee One is a compact smart charger that integrates with platforms like Monta using the OCPP charging standard.
When connected to Monta, the charger can be configured to:
Allow guests to start charging via QR code
Set a price per kWh
Track energy usage automatically
Receive payments through the Monta platform
How Monta Works for Holiday Homes
The Monta system allows a charger to operate similarly to a small public charging point.
Typical guest experience:
Guest arrives at the property
They plug in their car
They scan a QR code on the charger
Charging starts and payment is processed through Monta
Guests can either:
Use the Monta app, or
Pay through a simple web page without installing an app.
Meanwhile, the holiday home owner can monitor everything through their Monta dashboard, including:
Charging sessions
Energy consumption
Revenue from charging
This makes Monta particularly useful for:
Holiday home owners who don't want additional admin per guest.
Holiday parks
Multi-property holiday lets
Properties with shared parking
App-Based Charging vs Charging for Electricity Used
Both approaches work well for holiday homes, but they suit slightly different types of property.
Charging per kWh (Ohme Home Pro)
Best for:
Single cottages
Airbnb-style rentals
Owners who manage bookings themselves
Advantages:
Very simple setup
No payment platform required
Low hardware cost
Owner controls pricing
Possible drawback:
Owner must manually calculate electricity costs.
Monta App Charging (Easee One)
Best for:
Holiday homes where owners don't want additional admin per guest / the booking is handled by a third party.
Holiday parks
Shared parking areas
Properties with multiple guests using the charger
Advantages:
Guests can pay directly
Fully automated charging sessions
Usage tracked automatically
Possible drawback:
Requires an app or QR payment system to open the web payment portal.
Which Is Right for Your Holiday Property?
For many holiday homes in South West Wales, the choice comes down to simplicity.
Small cottages or single lets managed by the owner often work best with a charger like the Ohme Home Pro, where the owner simply charges guests for electricity used.
Multi-property sites, third-party managed properties or higher-traffic rentals may benefit from the automated payments provided by Easee One with the Monta platform.
Both options provide a convenient way for guests to charge their EV while enjoying the stunning coastline, countryside and national parks of West Wales.
EV Charging Installation in South West Wales
If you’re considering installing an EV charger at your holiday home, choosing the right system is important. The charger must be reliable, easy for guests to use and suitable for the property’s electrical supply.
At Limitless Energy, we help homeowners and holiday let owners across South West Wales install EV charging solutions that work for their property.
We can help you:
Choose the right EV charger for your holiday home
Decide between kWh billing or app-based charging
Install safe, compliant charging equipment
Integrate EV charging with solar PV or battery systems
Whether you run a coastal holiday cottage or a rural retreat, EV charging can make your property more attractive to modern travellers.
Interested in EV Charging for Your Holiday Home?
If you’re a holiday property owner in Swansea, Gower, Neath Port Talbot, Brecon, Bridgend, Cardiff or Carmarthenshire, we’d be happy to help.
Contact Limitless Energy today to discuss installing an EV charger at your property and make your holiday home EV-friendly for the growing number of electric vehicle drivers visiting the region.
01792 361638
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